Local student Kristopher advances to national spelling bee
Kristopher, a fifth grader at Cameron Dual Language Magnet Elementary, won the regional spelling bee and will compete at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington D.C. June 1 and 2. He prepared two hours daily with teachers Johnston and McLeod supplying resources, while his Spanish-speaking parents support him at home.
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Gayle Festival Concerts Across Local Venues This Week
Competitions begin Thursday at 5 p.m. in Bonhard Junior High Auditorium with a free Gayle Festival Concert. A second free Library Lecture Center 001 performance follows at 7 p.m. The festival closes Saturday at 7 p.m. in Ector Junior High Auditorium with the competition winner, guest artists, and mass ensemble. Contact Yvonne Drinkard at 552-3286 or music utpb.edu for details.
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West Texas Guitar Festival Shows Student Talent and Growth
The East County guitar festival aims to start a school program with broad participation from area schools. Elena Campos notes the event helps public perception of guitar as a classical instrument and aids recruitment. Alex Olivas, 14, will perform works by Tarrega and Villa-Lobos, hoping to showcase the instrument’s potential. Full schedule at general.utpb.edu/FAC/keastd/Misc/Guitar.
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Diabetes control and complications overview by Dr Ponder
The article outlines managing diabetes with blood sugar and blood pressure control, targets for triglycerides under 150 mg/dl, and the role of medications. It notes kidney screening via microalbumin tests and yearly nerve checks, plus addressing sexual health concerns linked to diabetes with treatment options. It emphasizes better diabetes control as the primary goal.
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